Istanbul : Historical Turkish Bath Experience in Old City
Overview
By choosing to be part of this ritual , you will experience this centuries-long tradition in one of the oldest historical Turkish baths in the city .
Witness one of the most unique historical places in the city , get lost in time of 15th Century , with one of the most famous health and beauty treat .
What's Included
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Clay Mask
- Traditional Body Scrub & Foaming Ritual
- Public Historical Turkish Bath
- Towel and Slippers
- Semi-Private Historical Turkish Bath (if option choosen)
- 30 Minute Massage(if option choosen)
- Swimwear/Underwear/Bikini
Meeting Location
Kemal Paşa
Aceminefer Sokağı, 34134 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Immerse yourself in the ancient ambiance of Acemoglu Historical Turkish Bath which was built by Fatih Sultan Mehmed in 15th Century , located in the hearth of old city , Istanbul.
Step back in time to the days of the Ottoman Empire, where you can feel like royalty in Public or Semi-Private Baths options like living in years ago .
Rejuvenate yourself by taking advantage of a historical tradition, combined with a clay mask, foam massage , body scrub( kese ) and massage .
Upon arriving inside Turkish Bath ( Hamam in local language ) ,a clay mask will be applied . Clay is a kind of soil that has been used for ages as a source of health. Due to the natural minerals it includes, it has many benefits, especially on the skin.
After , feel the relief using the kese to remove the toxic substances accumulated in the skin, After the kese treatment, a traditional bubble wash ritual and relaxing full body foam massage is performed on warm marble stones.
Depends on the option you have choosen , you will get a relaxing massage to award your body and soul .
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public bath will be small group , max 8 participant at the same time slot as mixed-gender
- Semi-Private baths are attached to Public Bath , and closed by half-doors as shown in the photos
- All therapists are females
- Baby stroller accepted as folded and left to reception area .
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Coffee and/or Tea.
- Clay Mask.
- Traditional Body Scrub & Foaming Ritual.
- Public Historical Turkish Bath.
- Towel and Slippers.
- Semi-Private Historical Turkish Bath (if option choosen).
- 30 Minute Massage(if option choosen).
- Swimwear/Underwear/Bikini.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Istanbul : Historical Turkish Bath Experience in Old City is as follows:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Clay Mask
- Traditional Body Scrub & Foaming Ritual
- Public Historical Turkish Bath
- Towel and Slippers
- Semi-Private Historical Turkish Bath (if option choosen)
- 30 Minute Massage(if option choosen)
- Swimwear/Underwear/Bikini
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public bath will be small group , max 8 participant at the same time slot as mixed-gender
- Semi-Private baths are attached to Public Bath , and closed by half-doors as shown in the photos
- All therapists are females
- Baby stroller accepted as folded and left to reception area .
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
